One Health Approaches to Livestock and Poultry Pathogen Management

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue “One Health Approaches to Livestock and Poultry Pathogen Management” focuses on the complex interactions among animal, human, and environmental health that shape the dynamics of infectious diseases in production systems. With growing concerns over zoonotic spillover, antimicrobial resistance, and environmental contamination, integrated strategies are essential to safeguard both animal productivity and public health. This collection welcomes original research and comprehensive reviews addressing pathogen surveillance, molecular diagnostics, biosecurity practices, and sustainable management solutions within the One Health framework. Particular emphasis is placed on cross-sectoral data integration, the environmental persistence of pathogens, and the role of livestock and poultry in the epidemiological chain of zoonoses. By bringing together contributions from veterinarians, microbiologists, epidemiologists, and policymakers, this Special Issue aims to promote evidence-based interventions that reduce pathogen circulation and strengthen resilience against emerging and re-emerging diseases. Overall, it provides a multidisciplinary perspective on how One Health approaches can optimize infectious disease prevention and control, ensuring food safety, animal welfare, and ecosystem sustainability.

Dr. Mircea Coroian
Guest Editor

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